At a Glance
- Tasks: Maintain and restore beautiful historic grounds while working with a passionate team.
- Company: Join the dedicated gardening team at Ashridge House, a stunning Grade II* location.
- Benefits: Enjoy 25 days holiday, gym access, café discounts, and a supportive work environment.
- Other info: Flexible hours with opportunities for personal growth in a unique environment.
- Why this job: Perfect for outdoor enthusiasts wanting hands-on experience in a creative setting.
- Qualifications: Gardening experience and confidence with garden machinery are essential.
The predicted salary is between 20000 - 25000 £ per year.
A wonderful opportunity has arisen for a keen gardener to work with the garden’s team at Ashridge House. You will gain hands-on experience of maintaining and restoring the beautiful, Grade II*, historic grounds. The role will consist of all aspects of grounds maintenance varying from lawn maintenance, hedge cutting, propagation, pruning and general day-to-day grounds maintenance.
We are looking for someone with gardening experience who is confident in the use of a variety of garden machinery. The right candidate should have a passion for gardening, an eye for detail and should be excited to work in a creative, flexible environment in all weathers.
Candidate Profile
- Passion for the outdoors and gardening
- Highly enthusiastic, with an eye for detail to give that high standard of finish
- Highly motivated and goal oriented
- Happy to work alone as well as with the whole team
- Has good communication skills
- Flexible and able to cope with changing priorities
- Driving License
Employee Benefits
- 25 days paid holiday
- Free access to our on-site gym
- 30% discount in on-site café
- Access to the company pension scheme and healthcare schemes
- Free on-site parking (this role requires your own transportation)
Ashridge House is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and we are committed to inclusion and belonging across race, ethnicity, gender, age, religion, caste, parental status, disability, identity, experience, and everything else that makes you unique.
Gardener employer: Ashridge House
At Ashridge House, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer, offering a vibrant work culture where passion for gardening thrives amidst the stunning backdrop of our historic grounds. Employees enjoy generous benefits including 25 days of paid holiday, access to an on-site gym, and opportunities for personal growth within a supportive team environment. Join us in a role that not only values your skills but also encourages creativity and flexibility in all weather conditions.
